Compassionate Disability Support Specialist (Part-Time)

Castle Personnel; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $36.22–$39.53

Make a difference in lives of people

Supportive team environment

Ongoing learning and development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Diverse and rewarding work

Job summary

Castle Personnel is seeking a compassionate Disability Support Worker in the Newcastle region. You will provide person-centred support to people with disability, helping them achieve goals, build independence and participate in the community.

The role involves working with individuals with complex needs, implementing support plans and promoting inclusion in daily life while maintaining safety and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with disability, including complex needs.
• Experience implementing Behaviour Support Plans and addressing behaviours of concern.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to changing situations.
• Commitment to inclusion, independence and participant choice.
• Current First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support aligned with participant goals and plans.
• Support personal care, mealtime management and daily living activities.
• Implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies and plans.
• Use de-escalation techniques when supporting behaviours of concern.
• Help participants access community activities, appointments and socials.
• Assist attendance at mainstream and allied health appointments.
• Promote participant dignity, independence and inclusion at all times.
• Support medication administration per policies and training.
• Monitor wellbeing and respond to changes or concerns.
• Complete accurate documentation, progress notes and incident reports.
• Collaborate with families, allied health professionals and stakeholders.
• Follow health management plans, risk assessments and policies.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Resilience

Person-centred support

Behaviour support

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support/Disability/Community Services

Job description

Castle Personnel is seeking a compassionate Disability Support Worker in the Newcastle region. You will provide person-centred support to people with disability, helping them achieve goals, build independence and participate in the community.

The role involves working with individuals with complex needs, implementing support plans and promoting inclusion in daily life while maintaining safety and wellbeing.